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We are a full service Aveda Concept Salon & Spa located in Historic Downtown Flossmoor, IL. We featrue Aveda Trained Stylists, Professional Skin, Nail and Body Technicians and a Guest Driven environment.

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In Europe, weekly blowouts were a typical part of Fiona McEntee’s life. So when the Dublin native and part-time attorney moved to Chicago, she was gobsmacked by the hefty price tags—some peaking at $75—on what she considered to be a basic salon service. Fiona, who spent much of her childhood in salons owned by her mother, decided to remedy the problem herself by establishing her own blowout-only salon, Blowtique.
Though the concept of a blow-dry bar isn’t new, Fiona was one of the first to bring it to the Windy City. But what really distinguishes the Blowtique blow-dry (besides the affordable $35 price) is technique. The stylists use minimal products and no hot tools, though flatirons and curling irons are on hand if needed. Instead, they rely on their dexterous skills with the round brush to create a variety of styles ranging from big, voluminous curls to beach waves.
I experienced this styling process firsthand at Blowtique’s Gold Coast location, which Fiona has decorated with Waterford crystal chandeliers from Ireland. Creative Director Rhona Kane indulged me with a Kate Middleton–inspired blowout, then taught me how to make my look last with the salon's Blowout Survival Kit ($35). The kit promises to extend the life of your blowout anywhere from two to four days and comes in a custom-made gold box, but lesser versions of most of its contents can be found at your average drugstore.
ORIBE DRY TEXTURIZING SPRAY
This sleek, purse-size bottle of dry shampoo refreshes next-day blowouts by absorbing oils on the scalp and adding texture to strands. According to Fiona, "it won't leave a chalky white residue behind," unlike many other dry shampoos.
BABY ALLIGATOR CLIPS
A staple tool in any salon, these tiny but strong clips—which come cutely fastened to a Blowtique business card—keep curls in tact as clients sleep. To use, twirl each curl back into itself before securing with a single clip.
SHOWER CAP
Emblazoned with Blowtique's name, this isn’t your hotel-room shower cap. The interior is lined with terry cloth, which keeps hair from absorbing heat during a shower, reducing the risk of developing frizz or loosening the curl and volume created during the initial blowout.

Can a person not named Kate Middleton really wear a tiara without looking like a Disney character come to life? Four Etsy artists say yes—and show us how.
Tiaras appear to be having a moment, and not just on Game of Thrones or Downton Abbey either.
Earlier this year, Kate Middleton caused a commotion when she attended a state event wearing a diamond- and pearl-studded tiara—the first bejeweled headpiece she’s donned since her wedding. Royals aren’t the only ones driving the trend: designer Vivienne Westwood has been known to wear a coral tiara of her own design on bike rides around London, and Lupita Nyong’o's sparkle headband at the Oscars added a regal touch to her elegant Prada gown. And lest you think the craze is just for eccentric fashion icons or movie stars, remember that Gatsby-style headbands and boho flower crowns are essentially variations on the traditional tiara.
Of course, plopping a sparkly crown on your head and running around town is liable to earn you a few sideways glances, unless you know how to do it right. Below, four Etsy artisans—and tiara makers—provide tips on how to pull off the trend without looking like a fairy princess, using their own creations (which we've ordered from subtlest to boldest) as inspiration.
The Flower Crown
Rustic Berry Circlet by Felicite from Noon on the Moon
This berry flower crown is one of Felicite’s simpler designs, which makes it easy to wear with any kind of outfit. “I personally love it paired with a creamy peasant blouse, some skinny jeans or cute cuffed shorts, and a pair of chunky sandals for a bohemian look,” Felicite says. “It also looks great with a flowing maxi dress and some beaded flip-flops.”
Another tip: size matters. “The trick to wearing a crown casually is to keep it small. An oversized wreath may look great on Pinterest, but wearing it around town will be a bit of a challenge. A smaller headpiece with dainty flowers is a great way to add that whimsical touch…while staying comfortable and not being too costume-y.”
The Flapper-Style Headband
Gracie Headband by Jaymie Senga from Lottie-Da Designs
Senga—who decided to go into the accessories business after making her own wedding jewelry—embraces an aesthetic that’s less fantasy, more flapper. “My designs are all vintage inspired. This year’s collection is reminiscent of the 1920s art-deco era using feathers, crystal, lace, vintage netting, and ribbon as my main materials,” she says.
For this ‘20s-style headband, she suggests hair be worn “wavy, in a loose, low bun or chignon off to one side with a few wavy pieces framing your face.” To avoid costume territory, she'd style it with a “white denim jacket, blush-colored top with an above-the knee, A-line flowy skirt, and a pair of great pointy flats.” She advises keeping “your outfit simple…and your other accessories understated. Let the headpiece frame your face and be the focal point.” It's also probably a good idea to steer clear of any flapper-inspired clothing, i.e. anything featuring beadwork, fringe or a giant feathered boa.
The Crystal Circlet
Elsa Snowflake Circlet by Jennifer Beasley from Beasley’s Wonders
To style this simple, sparkly circlet, Beasley recommends “white skinny jeans and a flowing blue shirt with cutouts on the shoulders.” Her inspiration: the movie Frozen. “I'm just so obsessed with Frozen. I've got more snowflakes than I know what to do with right now,” she jokes.
For those who fear the Disney influence, no matter how subtle, she also has other suggestions. “Try the natural look with a bronze circlet and wear loose clothes in earthy tones. Remember to keep your hair relaxed, either flowing free or in a messy ponytail or braid.”
The Medieval-Inspired Tiara
Forever My Heart Headband by Elnara Niall from Medieval Bridal Fashions
Like most, Niall’s love of tiaras was born in childhood. “I’ve always had a passion for all things princess,” she says. “I played with dolls until the age of 21. I used to dress them up in fantasy medieval stuff. I used to make dresses out of napkins and stuff like that.” As you might expect, her designs evoke an ethereal feel, made from precious metals, semiprecious stones, and some lab-grown stones, blended together with silversmithing techniques.
To avoid a costumey look, she typically recommends headpieces that don’t come to a point in the middle, since those are more fantasy inspired. She also recommends wearing them as a headband, instead of across the forehead. As for an outfit, she remembers one of her customers wore this tiara with a “really puffy white cable-knit sweater and scarf that looked fantastic.”
Photos (from top) courtesy of Felicite, Jaymie Senga, Jennifer Beasley, Elnara Niall

Dyeing hair is as much a science as it is an art form. After precisely measuring ingredients, a colorist coats hair with a chemical mixture, which typically contains ammonia and hydrogen peroxide, that causes the follicles to open and the dye molecules to be deposited within. The seemingly straightforward process has actually taken decades to perfect, and stylists still look for new ways to give their clients the color of their dreams. And as more individuals lean toward a green lifestyle, beauty trends follow—more salons are beginning to offer newly formulated dyes that are organic, ammonia-free, or naturally derived. Here are some Chicago salons embracing chemical-free color alternatives.
Salon Soca | Lincoln Park
The most basic form of organic hair dye is henna, made from a plant that produces a rich red-orange color. Salon Soca, however, can produce a variety of brown and black shades by using specialized henna dyes. The dye is gentle—it coats, rather than penetrates, the follicle—but its results are lasting.
Splendor Organic Salon & Spa | Norridge
Though the decor may be glamorous at this Norridge salon, stylists keep their services simple by using vegan, cruelty-free, and eco-friendly Organic Color Systems. The ammonia-free, oil-based formulation allows hair to naturally absorb dye molecules while imparting rich shine. An added bonus: the absence of chemicals keeps Splendor smelling fresh.
Leader Hair Salon | Portage Park
Leader Hair Salon also uses ammonia-free dyes from Organic Color Systems, applied by certified Organic Color Systems hair colorists with an expert knowledge of the brand. These specialists are more than happy to explain why OCS dyes provide thorough coverage without damaging hair. Hint: it has to do with formulations that are free of parabens, ammonia, formaldehyde, SLS, and animal products.
Mera Natural Hair & Body | Lincoln Park
Sisters Meredith and Sara Jackson exclusively use Simply Organic beauty products at this boutique Lincoln Park spa. The family-owned company has spent more than a decade perfecting dyes infused with naturally moisturizing olive-leaf extract and olive oil. And since the formulations release fewer gases into the atmosphere than their chemical counterparts, clients can rest assured knowing they’re caring for both their hair and the environment.
Salon Echo | Edgewater
Salon Echo is all about sustainability, from interiors made of recycled materials to services that rely on Aveda’s botanical-based beauty products. Full disclosure: despite being petrochemical-free and created using wind power, Aveda’s Full Spectrum Hair Color is made with a small percentage of chemicals. Understanding that may concern some clients, the salon also offers an ammonia-free glaze that leaves strands glistening with semipermanent color.
Delle Amiche | Gold Coast
Though it does offer traditional coloring services, Delle Amiche salon also revamps looks using L’Oréal’s INOA (Innovation No Ammonia). Believed to be the first ammonia-free dye to spark interest in high-end salons, this well-known brand is designed to evenly color hair while hydrating for up to six weeks post-treatment. The secret? An oil-based system that effectively yet gently deposits the dye into strands.

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